MRI shows no structural damage for Ravens' Ed Dickson

Aaron WilsonThe Baltimore Sun

Ravens tight end Ed Dickson only suffered a sprained right shoulder against the Atlanta Falcons and didn't incur any structural damage Thursday night as a magnetic resonance imaging exam confirmed the initial diagnosis, according to a source.

With rest and rehabilitation, Dickson is projected to return in time for the Sept. 10 season opener against the Cincinnati Bengals at M&T Bank Stadium.

Dickson is heading into his second season as the starter after catching 54 passes for 528 yards and five touchdowns last season.

The Ravens had already taken a hit at the position when Dennis Pitta broke his right hand, underwent surgery and was declared out for the entire preseason.

Now, they'll likely need to seek reinforcements to bolster depth for the preseason.